Santa Barbara, CA · Whittier, CA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Westmont College | Whittier College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 79.9% | 85.4% |
| In-State Tuition | $51,790 | $49,864 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $51,790 | $49,864 |
| Average Net Price | $17,657 | $16,814 |
| Graduation Rate | 70.0% | 63.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Westmont College accepts 79.9% of applicants. Whittier College accepts 85.4%. Westmont College's tuition is $51,790. Whittier College's is $49,864. Whittier College is cheaper. Westmont College graduates 70% of students in 6 years. Whittier College graduates 63%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Westmont College. It accepts 79.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Whittier College has lower published tuition: $49,864 versus $51,790. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Westmont College: 70% of students finish in 6 years. Whittier College is at 63%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.